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Discover the art of shoe-making with UAL Short Courses

Footwear short courses

Our range of footwear short courses are aimed at providing you with the technical skills and creative knowledge you need for a successful career in this specialist craft.

Taking place at UAL's world-renowned London College of Fashion, courses are available in a range of formats, from one-week intensives to those spanning several weeks. They are suitable for every level, all designed with appropriate class sizes, so tutors can help each individual improve their knowledge and get to the next level.

Our courses can include:

  • Access to UAL's state-of-the-art studio spaces and footwear making facilities
  • Guidance on how to use specialist footwear machines
  • Coverage of  technical skills such as pattern cutting and shoe design
  • Set lessons and assignments
  • A strong body of work to enhance your portfolio
  • Friendly tutor feedback and helpful critiques to guide your progress

Featured short courses

Accessories, footwear and jewellery
Footwear Summer School Short Course

Footwear Summer School Short Course

£3080

Discover the art of shoemaking. An in-depth course covering pattern cutting, leather stitching and hand cutting. Use industrial machines and master components to develop essential footwear skills and create your own shoes.

  • Dates - 13 July 2026 to 7 August 2026
  • Schedule - Monday to Friday
Accessories, footwear and jewellery
Footwear Pattern Cutting Short Course

Footwear Pattern Cutting Short Course

£690

Begin your footwear career. Learn practical pattern cutting skills. Perfect for those taking their first steps into the industry.

  • Dates - 24 August 2026 to 28 August 2026
  • Schedule - Monday to Friday
Accessories, footwear and jewellery
Shoe Design For Beginners Short Course

Shoe Design For Beginners Short Course

£740

Learn fundamental shoe design techniques and explore footwear's role in fashion. Create a mini design project illustrating the interactive nature of shoe design. Understand how shoes reflect trends and influences.

  • Dates - 7 April 2026 to 10 April 2026
  • Schedule - Tuesday to Friday

Accessories, footwear and jewellery
Starting Your Own Footwear or Accessories Label Short Course

Starting Your Own Footwear or Accessories Label Short Course

£650

Overview of starting a new footwear or accessories business. Practical advice on planning and preparation.

  • Dates - 1 September 2026 to 4 September 2026
  • Schedule - Tuesday to Friday
Fashion design
Footwear Design Short Course

Footwear Design Short Course

£830

Design your dream shoes. Concise footwear design course, guided by experts. Learn all stages of design, from concept to style. Create your unique footwear.

  • Dates - 20 July 2026 to 24 July 2026
  • Schedule - Monday to Friday
Accessories, footwear and jewellery
Shoe Making Sneakers Short Course

Shoe Making Sneakers Short Course

£980

Design and make a pair of casual sneakers. Create your own designs and draw onto the last a men's or women's casual sneaker.

  • Dates - 25 April 2026 to 13 June 2026
  • Schedule - Saturdays (No class on 2 & 23 May)
Accessories, footwear and jewellery
The Shoe Making Technique of Hand Welting Short Course

The Shoe Making Technique of Hand Welting Short Course

£1130

Learn traditional hand welting shoemaking in this 2-day practical course at London College of Fashion. Gain knowledge to incorporate this heritage technique into your own shoe designs. Develop valuable shoemaking skills.

  • Dates - 9 May 2026 to 10 May 2026
  • Schedule - Saturday and Sunday

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